Cops warn of W. Rogers Park sex offender

July 06, 2009

Chicago police warned residents in the West Rogers Park neighborhood today about a man who exposed himself and attempted to lure children into his vehicle on Independence Day.About 12:15 p.m., Saturday afternoon, a man driving a red sport-utility vehicle of unknown make and model in the 7500 block of North Ridge Avenue attempted to lure "young female victims" into the SUV, according to a police community alert released Monday night.

The driver of the SUV -- described as a bald, black male, 20 to 40 years of age with a medium build and a mustache -- also exposed himself and performed a "lewd sex act," according to witnesses.

The driver was wearing a black shirt and blue jeans at the time of the incident.

Residents said they had previously seen the car in the neighborhood, according to police.

Police asked anyone with information about the incident or the driver to call the Special Investigations Unit at 312-492-3810.